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Torrential rain and strong winds hit the South

Heavy downpours, thunder and lighting are battering the South with flash floods in a number of areas.

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Kent fire crews tackle floods and lightning strikes

Kent Fire and Rescue Service says it has been sent to several addresses in the county, in response to reports of flooding.

One fire engine has been sent to New Romney High Street to deal with up to seven properties affected by floods.

Firefighters have also been called to addresses in Canterbury and Tunbridge Wells, and another in Ashford following lightning strikes.

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